File No. 763.72112/3203
The French Ambassador ( Jusserand ) to the Secretary of State
[Received December 8.]
Mr. Secretary of State: My Government has just informed me by telegraph that the Allies have decided upon a blockade of Greece. It is declared to be in effect on and after the 8th of December at 8 a. m. It extends over the coasts of Greece and the coast islands lying between the point at 39° 20’ N. and 20° 20’ E. of Greenwich and the point at 39° 50’ N. and 22° 50’ E. It includes the other islands still under the Royal Hellenic authority.
A period of 48 hours is allowed to vessels of third powers to depart from Greek harbors.
By order of my Government I have the honor to bring those measures to the knowledge of your excellency.
Be pleased [etc.]